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Best Fiction Reads Ever!
A Listmania! list by pilgrim0795 (Poole, Dorset)

1. The Secret Island (Secret Series) by Enid Blyton

The list author says:
	"My favourite story as a child. Who hasn't wanted at some time to escape to their own secret island? A great read!"

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2. On The Beach (Vintage Classics) by Nevil Shute Norway

The list author says:
	"A story focusing upon five people living in a world doomed to die by radiation. The quiet heroism of ordinary people, makes absorbing reading."

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3. Our Man in Havana (Penguin Twentieth Century Classics) by Graham Greene

The list author says:
	"Comic, satirical yet moving. Wormwold, a vacuum salesman in Havana is to his surprise, recruited as an agent by MI6. Excellent story with bizarre twists and turns."

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4. One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich (Penguin Modern Classics) by Alexander Solzhenitsyn

The list author says:
	"A hard hitting depiction of incarceration under Stalin. Some strong language but inhumanity and bleakness vividly etched in this masterpiece of writing."

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5. Vienna Prelude (Zion Covenant) by Bodie Thoene

The list author says:
	"In 1936 as Nazi darkness descends upon Europe, Elisa, a promising violinist with an adopted Aryan stage name must decide whether or not to join the Jewish underground movement. A great read."

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6. My Lady of Cleves by Margaret Campbell Barnes

The list author says:
	"A compassionate and insightful portrait of Anne, bringing to life her relationship, not just with Henry, but also with his children and subsequent wives. Highly recommended!"

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7. THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO by ALEXANDRE DUMAS

The list author says:
	"Stunningly illustrated, this abridged action packed version of the original tale of jealousy, injustice, incarceration, unimaginable wealth and retribution is still stirring stuff!"

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8. Persuasion (Penguin Classics) by Jane Austen

The list author says:
	"I love all Austen's novels, however, this is my favourite. The heroine is a true gem."

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9. Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy by John le Carr�

The list author says:
	"Set at the time of the Cold War, enter the shadowy, uncertain world of the spy. A masterpiece of characterisation with a beautifully woven plot."

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10. The Midwich Cuckoos by John Wyndham

The list author says:
	"Well written and unsettling tale where a village falls into unconciousness after the appearance of a silvery object in the sky . Upon awakening, the women find that they are pregnant."

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11. The Midnight Fox (Faber Childrens Classics) by Betsy Byars

The list author says:
	"Although this is a children's story, the dry humour and beautifully written storyline make this a worthy read."

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12. The House On The Strand (Virago Modern Classics) by Daphne Du Maurier

The list author says:
	"What happens when a potion that enables a character to move between the past and present, becomes addictive? An intriguing tale."

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13. Smiley's Circus: Guide to the Secret World of John Le Carre by David Monaghan

The list author says:
	"A goldmine for fans of John le Carre and in particular, the world of George Smiley. Highly recommended."

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14. Agnes Grey (Wordsworth Classics) by Anne Bront�

The list author says:
	"Written by gifted underrated sister of Emily and Charlotte.. A bleak, but well written portrait of Victorian society and the central character's strong Christian faith."

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15. Run for Your Life (New Windmills) by Mr David Line

The list author says:
	"A children's story from the early 70's. Fast paced action when two unlikely friends, Woolcott and Szolda witness a murder and have to escape from the murderers across the wintry landscape of Norfolk."

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16. Journey to the River Sea by Eva Ibbotson

The list author says:
	"Beautifully written children's book. Young orphan Maia travels to the Amazon encountering a colourful cast of characters. Fast moving plot and well worth reading."

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